Bournemouth agree Max Gradel deal

Bournemouth have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Ivorian winger Max Gradel from Staint-Etienne this summer.

The 27-year-old has been associated with a move to the Cherries since the start of the transfer window, with the player suggesting that he could seek a fresh challenge elsewhere.

According to French daily L'Equipe, the Ivory Coast will link up with the Premier League newcomers, once Saint-Etienne conclude their Europa League qualifiers.

The Cherries are expected to a pay a fee of around £7m to sign up the talented forward.